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    4. My ariens mower starts at very high speed and wont idle down...what should i do?
    My ariens mower starts at very high speed and wont idle down...what should i do?

    One day it was fine and the next when i went to start it the engine sounded like it was about to explode

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    0  Views: 1212 Answers: 1 Posted: 10 years ago
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      It sounds like the governor is jammed.They get clogged up with dirt & grass clippings.Take the top off the engine & look for a white plastic butterfly wing.Blow all of the dust out of it & it should be OK.Hope this helps.

      10 years ago. Rating: 4
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        Ducky

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        You are one of our "resident fixers". I'm sure your answers are much appreciated.
        commented 10 years ago


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